Yamitsu Platinum 8000 Box Filter (GRP) Inc UVC

A tough fibreglass box filter with built-in UV-C for clearer water. The Yamitsu Platinum 8000 Box Filter (GRP) Inc UVC) combines layered mechanical media, Kintama biological media and an integrated UV-C unit in one solid, pump-fed system.

It’s designed for goldfish and koi ponds where reliability and simple maintenance matter.

Why it’s a dependable choice

• GRP (fibreglass) construction for strength and long service life
• Integrated UV-C unit to help control green water
• Supplied with layered mechanical and biological media
• Suitable for goldfish and koi ponds
• No complex moving parts

Filtration media included

Inside the unit you’ll find:

• 3 × foam layers
• 1 × white filter wadding
• 1 × blue matting
• 1 × carbon-impregnated foam
• Kintama biological media

Kintama media offers high surface area for beneficial bacteria, supporting stable biological filtration once matured.

Specifications

Installation

Typical setup:

Pump → Box filter (with UV-C) → Return to pond

Install on a level base with easy access to the lid for cleaning. Ensure secure hose or pressure pipe connections depending on your setup.

Maintenance

• Rinse foam layers in pond water during cleaning
• Replace filter wool as required
• Allow biological media to remain submerged
• Check UV-C unit regularly and replace the lamp as recommended

UV safety: Always unplug before servicing. Never look directly at an operating UV-C lamp and avoid exposure to skin or eyes.

A solid, all-in-one fibreglass filter with built-in UV clarity support. Straightforward, durable and designed to keep pond maintenance manageable.